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My 12-day-old puppy is weak, bloated, and seems to be dying. Help!

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 15 days old | 0.2 lbs

I have a puppy that is 12 days old. It has a bloated stomach and is very weak. We have been feeding it powdered formula and have it on a heating pad. What do I do? I am afraid the dog is going to die

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on December 11th, 2016

I'm very sorry this puppy is so sick! Newborn puppies are extremely fragile, and when they are sick, they have to see a vet immediately. She needs medical treatment from a vet right away for her best chance of survival, and I would take her into one now.

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